In Episode #4 of Real Estate Ruminations, Adam breaks down some of the most pressing questions Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch buyers are asking in 2025:

Is It SMARTER TO RENT A House, Traffic Woes, New Community Updates | Real Estate Ruminations ep.004

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✅ Buy vs Rent in Lakewood Ranch — Is it smarter to rent a house in today’s market, or does buying still win long-term?

✅ Esplanade at Waterside Timeline — When will construction actually break ground?

✅ Beachwalk by Manasota Key — What’s the real story with CDD fees and Wellen Park association?

✅ Sarasota Traffic & Growth — With so many new developments, how bad will traffic really get?

✅ Beach Parking — Are there any solutions coming for the parking crunch at Siesta Key and other Sarasota beaches?

This episode is packed with practical insights for anyone considering a Florida move, buying new construction, or looking for long-term investment opportunities in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:17 #1 - Would it be better to buy or rent a house in Lakewood Ranch FL for 2025?

13:03 #2 - Is there a timeline for when Esplanade at Waterside is due to break ground?

16:23 #3 - Beachwalk by Manasota Key comparables and CDD/Wellen Park.

24:03 #4 - Anything being done to mitigate beach parking craziness?

30:23 #5 - How unbearable is the traffic in the Sarasota area with all the new developments being built?